1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (420 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 241 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Camaro |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.7 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 72 L |